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Immersive Gamebox, a leading immersive gaming company with 30 locations globally, will launch its latest group gaming experience, Tetris® 1991, with an appearance by 13-year-old Willis Gibson, the first person to beat Tetris®, at its location in Grandscape in The Colony, Texas.

Willis and his mother will play the first game of Tetris® 1991, just weeks after Willis gained international acclaim for achieving a world record by “beating” the Nintendo Entertainment System version of Tetris®. A viral video viewed by millions of people globally shows Willis, who goes by the gamer tag Blue Scuti, in tears and shock after he cleared 1,511 lines in just 38 minutes, a record previously completed only by artificial intelligence. The event, set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27, will also feature a birthday party for Willis, who is turning 14, with Tetris®-themed cupcakes and Tetris®-colored balloons. The public is invited to the party, and to watch Willis as he plays the game for the first time.

 

“My mom has always been supportive of my love for Tetris® and I wouldn’t have been able to achieve the record without her,” Willis said. “Being able to be part of a group gaming experience inspired by Tetrix with her and my big sisters is going to be fun and new for all of us.”

 

Tetris® 1991 joins Immersive Gamebox's extensive library of licensed and original intellectual property games, further enriching its immersive gaming offerings. This includes versions of popular titles such as Squid Game, PAW Patrol, Shaun The Sheep and Angry Birds.

Founder and CEO Will Dean wants Immersive Gamebox to be a collaborative experience, rather than the sometimes isolated experience of gameplay at home.

“Immersive Gamebox’s mission is to build stronger communities and social bonds through gaming,” Dean said. “That’s why all our games are built to be collaborative and connection building – a far cry from the isolating and often violent games currently offered by the industry.”

“Four decades after it was first launched, Tetris® remains popular among adults and young people alike,” he continued. “Our immersive gaming version plays on the well-loved classic and promises to offer nostalgia for those around in the ’90s and pure excitement for those with the pleasure of experiencing it for the first time at one of our Immersive Gamebox locations.”

“We are thrilled to partner with Immersive Gamebox to provide players of all ages an opportunity to experience the Tetris® brand in an exciting new format,” said Tetris CEO Maya Rogers. “As we celebrate the 40th anniversary this year, Tetris® 1991 offers our fans a unique way to physically engage with the brand and have fun with family and friends at the same time.”

The immersive group gaming adaptation of the beloved classic will be available to play in 30 Immersive Gamebox sites around the world beginning Jan. 27. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit immersivegamebox.com.

 

EVENT INFORMATION

What: Tetris® 1991 gameplay begins with an appearance by Willis Gibson, the 13-year-old who beat Tetris® for the first time. The event will also feature a birthday party for Willis with Tetris®-themed cupcakes and Tetris®-colored balloons.

When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27

Where: Immersive Gamebox, 5752 Grandscape Blvd, The Colony

Cost: The event is free to attend. If you want to play, tickets are $34.99 for adults, $29.99 for kids 5-11, college students and military with ID. Reservations should be made in advance.

Information: immersivegamebox.com

 

About Immersive Gamebox

Immersive Gamebox is an immersive group gaming company founded by Will Dean (founder of Tough Mudder) and David Spindler. Over 1 milliion gamers in 27 cities across the U.S., UK, Germany and the United Arab Emirates have experienced Immersive Gamebox since it launched in 2018. Its digital and augmented reality games are designed by its in-house studio in collaboration with creators at the likes of Netflix, Columbia Pictures and Paramount. Its augmented reality games include Ghostbusters, Paw Patrol, Shaun the Sheep and Squid Games. Immersive Gamebox has raised over £50m from investors including Index Ventures, Project A Ventures, Philian, Brookfield Asset Management and ActivumSG, alongside notable Angel Investors. Its team of 40 is located in offices in London and Dallas.

 

About the Tetris® Brand

The  Tetris®  brand is one of the leading and most distinctive video game brands and franchises in the world. Celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2024, the brand continues to be loved globally by people of all ages and all cultures. Billions of Tetris games are played online every year, and over 520 million units have been sold worldwide. The Tetris brand’s global licensee network includes major video game publishers, including Nintendo and Sega, as well as many partners in electronics, toys and games, apparel, accessories, entertainment and more. Tetris Holding, LLC, is the owner of Tetris rights worldwide, and The Tetris Company, Inc. is its exclusive licensee. For the latest information about the Tetris brand and Tetris products, please visit: www.tetris.com.

 

Become a fan of Tetris on Facebook (@Tetris) and follow Tetris on Twitter (@Tetris_Official) and Instagram (@Tetris_Official). Learn more about the history of the game by watching the Apple Original Film Tetris now streaming on Apple TV+.

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Love is in the air this year, and for those who choose to celebrate Valentine’s Day at Delta Charlie’s, Dallas’ signature dinner and flight opportunity, that air will be thousands of feet up! North Texas’ most romantic couples experience is at its best during the Valentine’s Day season, and reservations will fill quickly during the week surrounding Valentine’s Day, which falls on Wednesday, Feb. 14. Delta Charlie’s is conveniently located at the Grand Prairie Municipal Airport.

 

While normally only available Wednesday – Sunday, for Valentine’s Day celebrants the experience will be available from Friday, Feb. 9 – Sunday, Feb. 18. Dinner and flight packages for two begin at $300 and include a luxe three-course dinner. The dinner begins with a Caesar salad. Then, diners choose from among four entrees, including:

  • Artichoke pasta with chicken
  • Tilapia with wild rice and mixed vegetables
  • NY strip steak with garlic mashed potatoes and mixed vegetables
  • Vegetarian pasta with mushrooms, zucchini and yellow squash in a marinara sauce.

The dinner ends with a beautifully plated New York-style cheesecake.

A full array of wines and specialty cocktails are available for additional purchase.

Then, couples take to the sky for a romantic private flight across North Texas, where they can bask in the evening light while enjoying an unparalleled view of the Dallas skyline.

Romantic experiences can be enhanced with several optional add-ons, including:

  • One dozen wrapped roses, $65
  • One dozen wrapped roses and Champagne on ice, $120 and up
  • Extended flight time, $175

Additionally, a custom proposal package can be created that even includes providing access to friends and family on the tarmac as your romantic flight lands.

Delta Charlie’s dinner and flight experience is available year-round, and makes the perfect date night, birthday or anniversary celebration.

Reservations for flights are limited and may be made at www.deltacharlies.com.

 

Delta Charlie’s Restaurant, Bar & Grill

3116 S. Great Southwest Parkway, Grand Prairie

(972) 655-6665

www.deltacharlies.com

Dinner Flights are available 5 to 10 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday

Total passenger combined weight cannot exceed 400 lbs.

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Texas’ famed Southfork Ranch, once home to the acclaimed show Dallas, is now home to some of the most glam weddings and galas. However, on Friday, Feb. 9, the mansion will host the most unusual wedding celebration: a matrimonially inspired murder mystery dinner.

 

 

 

The birds are chirping, the sun is shining, but the wedding bells aren’t ringing for this not-so-happy couple when a member of the wedding party is murdered. With a raging bridezilla and an unenthused groom on the scene, it may be happily never after in this nuptial nightmare. Guests at this delicious dinner will trade clues with their fellow suspects as they help the hapless couple figure out whodunnit so they can say I do before the wedding hour passes them by.

 

At All is Fair in Love and Murder, the bride and groom aren’t picky, so diners can wear just about whatever they’d like. In fact, guests are encouraged to wear their own wedding dress or the most ridiculous wedding attire available. It’ll make the special day that much more special, so long as the couple actually gets the chance to walk down the aisle.

The evening’s festivities are available to those 21 and older. Seating is communal, so larger groups are encouraged to arrive early to ensure adjacent seating.

 

While they are sleuthing, guests will enjoy a four-course meal. The evening’s menu includes:

Soup: Tomato Bisque Soup with Crème Fraîche

Salad: Kale Salad with Cranberries, Sliced Apples, Sliced Red Onions, Cherry Tomatoes, and a Lemon-Thyme Vinaigrette

Entree: Petit Filet with Red Wine Demi-Glace paired with Grilled Shrimp in a Lemon Garlic Beurre Blanc, a top of Dauphinoise Potatoes with Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts drizzled with Balsamic Glaze, Rolls and Creamy Butter

Alternating Desserts: Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Frosting on top of Raspberry Coulis and a Red Velvet Cake

Dinner service includes iced water and a complimentary glass of red, white or sparkling wine. Additional beverages are available for purchase.

Tickets for the Murder Mystery Dinner are $95 per person and must be purchased advance at  https://sfrmurdermystery3.eventbrite.com.

 

EVENT DETAILS:

WHAT:                Murder Mystery Dinner – All is Fair in Love and Murder

 

WHERE:              Southfork Ranch, 3700 Hogge Dr., Parker, TX 75002. Enter Gate 1.

 

WHEN:               Friday, Feb. 9

                             6:30 p.m. arrival

                             7-10 p.m. dinner and show

 

TICKETS:             $95 per person, plus 26% service charge and 7.25% sales tax

                             https://sfrmurdermystery3.eventbrite.com

 

INFORMATION: www.southforkranch.com/murder-mystery-dinner

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Chef Mollie Guerra

Independence Gardens is delighted to announce "The Art of Food," a culinary event, art show, and auction set to take place on Thursday, February 29, 2024, at Sparrow on Main located in historic Old Town Lewisville. This innovative occasion will seamlessly blend culinary excellence with artistic expression to raise awareness about food insecurity in North Texas and supports Independence Gardens’ programs that provide children in schools and communities access to fresh food.

A Culinary Extravaganza: "The Art of Food" promises a culinary experience like no other. Renowned local chefs will take center stage, transforming the finest ingredients into culinary masterpieces that tantalize the taste buds and redefine the boundaries of gastronomic innovation.

Immersive Art Experience: Adding an extra layer of uniqueness, attendees, including corporate table ticket holders, will be invited to participate in an immersive art experience. Collaborate with talented artists in real time and contribute to the creation of unique art pieces, making this event a true celebration of creativity.

Event Highlights:                                                                                                                                

  • Art Gallery: Explore a carefully curated gallery featuring impactful artworks that shed light on the pressing issue of food insecurity. 
  • Chef’s Creations: Delight your palate with exquisite dishes crafted by master chefs, each a testament to culinary artistry. 
  • Interactive Art Stations: Engage with various art stations, allowing attendees to contribute to collaborative art projects.
  • Live Art Show by internationally renowned Cuban artist Rolando Diaz.                                                                                                                          

Tickets for "The Art of Food” can be purchased at: https://givebutter.com/artoffood

Event Details:          

Date: 2/29/24                                

Time: 6:30 p.m.                                                           

Location: Sparrow On Main, 105 E Main St, Lewisville, TX 75057.                                                 

For more information, explore sponsorship opportunities, or for media inquiries, please contact Chonnie Richey at chonnie@independencegardens.org. Independence Gardens invites the community to come together for an evening of culinary and artistic brilliance, shining a light on the cause of ensuring all children in North Texas have access to fresh food.

For press inquiries, interviews, or more information, please contact:  

Name: Chonnie Richey

Email: chonnie@independencegardens.org

Phone: (214) 500-7206

About Independence Gardens:  Independence Gardens is a nonprofit organization committed to transforming the way children and communities understand, appreciate, and experience food. Through hands-on learning, cooking, and gardening programs, Independence Gardens empowers individuals to make healthier choices, fosters food education, and promotes sustainability.

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Karl Chiao, DHS Executive Director; Santa, Calvert Collins-Bratton and Vince Bratton, Chairs

It was a delightful scene at the Dallas Historical Society’s  (DHS) Cocoa with Santa hosted and sponsored by Helen and John Carona and chaired by Calvert Collins-Bratton and Vince Bratton.
        
Families of DHS supporters were surrounded by fanciful Christmas decorations throughout and treated to photos with Santa in a festive outdoor gazebo setting, face painting by students from the Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, cookie decorating with colorful sparkles and toppings and delicious food, spirits and libations crafted and sponsored by Wendy Krispin Caterer.  After private photo ops, Santa even mingled with the crowd for more photos and chatted with the partygoers.
        
Calvert began by welcoming the crowd and thanked the Caronas as hosts. She recognized Justin Kimball, a descendant of relatives who fought in the Alamo and Dr. Roy Washburn, DHS board chair. She encouraged the children to continue to enjoy the fun and engaging activities and introduced Karl Chiao, executive director, DHS.
        
Karl also welcomed everyone, thanking the hosts for their gracious generosity in sponsoring this joyful event. He announced the January 2024 launch of an upper level giving society at DHS titled the Directors Inner Circle, and also thanked the Caronas for coming on board as honorary chairs for the society’s inaugural year.
        
Membership in the Directors Inner Circle includes behind-the-scenes access to the DHS archives, private dinners in prominent homes, including conversations with noted authors and historians in open discussions about their books and more exclusive opportunities.
        
The Dallas Historical Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation of Dallas and Texas history. Offering education programming, lectures, historic city tours, museum exhibitions, and other special events, this organization strives to be the preeminent resource for exploring, and instilling appreciation for the diverse history of Dallas and Texas. We endeavor to encourage historical inquiry and maintain the importance and relevance of history today. Our collection of archival material- including historic photographs, diaries, journals, papers, periodicals, maps, and books- is available to researchers. Formed in 1922, the Dallas Historical Society is the oldest organization in Dallas County committed to preserving the history of the region and presenting it to the public in innovative and informative ways.
        
Visit the website at www.dallashistory.org for information on membership and more about the Dallas Historical Society.


Photos by Thomas Garza          

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Courtesy of Vision King Productions

Getting in front of industry decision makers is probably the toughest challenge for those seeking careers in modeling, acting, singing and dancing.

With a mission to help people gain access in myriad ways, the Mark Cuban Heroes Basketball Center is doing its part, hosting the sixth-annual Open Model and Talent Call on Saturday, Jan. 20, for men and women ages 16-50. Free and open to the public, the event is from 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Registration, which is also free, begins at 9:45 a.m. with auditions kicking off at 10:30 a.m.

“We are more than a training facility offering basketball skills; we are a multipurpose, multicultural center dedicated to educating and equipping young people on and off the court,” said Trina Terrell-Andrews, CEO of the Mark Cuban Heroes Basketball Center. “It is our priority to maintain a healthy learning environment for young people who are willing to invest in themselves.”

The program began in 2018 and has helped launch the modeling and entertainment careers of numerous North Texans. For example, curve model Asia Allen was placed with Wallflower Management in Dallas and NTA Models in Los Angeles. She’s been featured in national ad campaigns for Starbucks, Uber, JCPenney and Gwen Stefani’s beauty line.

The call is hosted by Dallas-based Willie Johnson of J3 Productions, a fashion show production and modeling management company whose mission is “to find the diamond in the rough and make him or her shine.” The panel includes fashion show producers, acting and performing coaches, dance instructors, talent agents and more. 

The chosen individuals will spend 12 weeks working with Johnson and will receive professional head shots and other support. J3 Production will serve as the mother agency, with Johnson introducing the individuals to other regional and national agencies. While fees vary for the workshops and portfolio developments, the Heroes Foundation will offer scholarships to cover costs.

REQUIREMENTS: Female models should be 5’7”-6’, and male models should be 5’11”-6’3”. Singers and dancers should bring music on a flash drive. Singers may be asked to sing for 30 seconds, and dancers may be asked to perform a 45-second routine. Actors may be asked to do a cold read.

The Mark Cuban Heroes Basketball Center is located at 1800 Bonnie View Rd., Dallas, TX 75216. For more info, go to markcubanheroescenter.org or call 214-379-7451.

ABOUT THE MARK CUBAN HEROES BASKETBALL CENTER.The Mark Cuban Heroes Basketball Center is a multi-purpose facility for neighborhood youth and families providing sports and leadership programs. The Center expanded its services to address the critical needs arising during the pandemic related to food insecurity, including the distribution of afterschool snacks, meals and food boxes to neighborhood families.

For more info, go to markcubanheroescenter.org or call 214-379-7451.

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OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY (1/21) 1:00-5:00

12528 Matisse Lane, Dallas, Texas 75230

Hurry to show this hard-to-find one-story Zero lot line home in sought-after Preston Meadows (the Artist streets). This home exudes charm! Beautifully maintained & decorated. Light & brite thruout. Inviting entry w-hardwds extends to hallways, gallery, Liv, & Din. rms., Sty-Bedrm, Kit. & Brkfst rms. Spacious Liv. Rm. w-wall of winds, Fr. drs leading to private courtyd, cast stone FP & 15' beamed ceil. Dining rm has a huge skylite bringing the sunshine in & a Butler's pantry. Spacious Kit., updtd 4 yrs. ago, w-cabinetry, wine fridge, micro & includes gas cooktop, blt-in fridge, dbl oven & huge pantry & brkfst bar. Cheerful Brkfst rm overlooks patio & landscpd side yd. Family rm w-pan ceil., porcelain tile flrs, wall of custom cabs. w-TV space, winds & a walk-in Wetbar. A special Primary Bedrm-- cozy FP, pan ceil., sit area & Fr. door leading to private patio. Bath is updtd w-black granite dbl vanities, soak tub, overszd marble shower & 2 large WIC. Sec. & Spr. systems.

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Fall in love with breakfast again for Valentine’s Day at Overeasy, downtown Dallas’ favorite breakfast destination. The restaurant is offering the opportunity for a sweet celebration including heart-shaped red velvet pancakes with a warm cream cheese anglaise from Saturday, Feb. 10 to Wednesday, Feb. 14 for $14.00.

 

Diners can enjoy this celebration all day and are invited to complement their meal with Overeasy’s exciting new brunch menu, including an array of melts and handhelds. The Valentine’s Day special can be purchased for dine-in, take-out or delivery. Details and reservations are available at overeasydallas.com.

If you have questions or need hi-res images from the restaurant, please contact Kelly Hunter at khunter@sunwestpr.com.

Overeasy

1914 Commerce St.

Dallas, TX 75201

469.320.8998

overeasydallas.com

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Whether or not you have a Valentine, this February, we’re celebrating girls’ night. Gather your girlfriends and head to Galleria Dallas Ice Skating Center for a Galentine’s Skate Night. Wear your best Galentine’s pink or red – you’ll coordinate with our Lunar New Year lanterns hanging over the rink and your pictures will be amazing! Come ready to glide across the ice to a veritable dance party of music from artists including Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus and Beyoncé.

 

The Galentine’s Skate Night will take place from 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10.  Each skater will be given a Galentine’s gift and a chance to win a raffle prize. 

While you’re at Galleria Dallas, stop by the Valentine’s wall for another photo op. The hot-pink wall is covered with hearts and a neon sign declaring, “Be Love,” and it’s the perfect backdrop for your Instagram stories. The wall is located next to Apple on Level 1.

 

Grab your besties and we’ll see you on the ice.

The Galentine’s Skate Night is just one of a series of themed skate experience Galleria Dallas has planned for 2024. For additional information, visit galleriadallas.com.

 

What:                  Galentine’s Skate Night

 

When:                 Saturday, Feb. 10 from 5-7 p.m.

 

Where:               Galleria Dallas Ice Skating Center, 13350 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, TX 75240

                            

Tickets:                $12 plus $5 for skate rental

 

Info:                    galleriadallas.com

 

Media:                For media inquiries, including interviews, contact Sara Burgos at sburgos@sunwestpr.com | 786-282-8549

 

About Galleria Dallas 

Galleria Dallas is an iconic shopping center with a unique collection of more than 200 retailers, restaurants and experiences including Nordstrom, Macy’s, the world’s only GAP, Banana Republic and Old Navy combo anchor, The Westin Galleria Dallas and the signature Galleria Ice Skating Center. Welcoming more than 12 million visitors annually, only Galleria Dallas delivers the consummate Dallas shopping experience. Visit galleriadallas.com for hours and to learn more about the shopping center. Galleria Dallas is managed by Trademark Property Group, Inc.  Galleria Dallas, 13350 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, Texas, 75240.

For Social Media:  @GalleriaDallas #GalleriaDallas 

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Monica Christopher

Texas Woman’s University has named longtime nonprofit executive and community relations veteran Monica Christopher as the inaugural president of the university’s Dallas campus. She begins her role on Feb. 1.

 

Christopher, who has held key fundraising and relationship building posts spanning 25 years at Communities Foundation of Texas and The Dallas Morning News/WFAA, will lead the Dallas campus as it works to elevate the impact of the campus in the Dallas community.

 

“Monica is an exceptional innovator and collaborator with a solid track record of successful fundraising and relationship building in Dallas, which will serve Texas Woman’s well in its quest to grow the Dallas campus,” Texas Woman’s Chancellor Carine Feyten said.

 

“Her Dallas roots run deep, and she has an extensive background working with boards, foundations, nonprofits and corporations. With her leadership at Texas Woman’s ? Dallas and her partnership with other university and college leaders, I can see Dallas developing into even more of a destination city for those seeking higher education credentials,” Feyten added. “Monica demonstrates great passion for her work and exudes a polished, energetic professionalism.”

 

As president, Christopher will provide strategic leadership for the campus, which is located in the Southwestern Medical District. She will work with students, faculty, staff and key stakeholders — including alumni, community members, business and industry leaders, legislators and policymakers — to ensure Texas Woman’s is a key contributor to the higher education landscape in Dallas.

 

“Texas Woman’s has a distinguished history in Dallas, and I am honored and beyond thrilled to serve as the inaugural president of the Dallas campus,” Christopher said. “I look forward to working with the university’s talented faculty, staff and students to grow the campus, build on its legacy of excellence and bring greater awareness to the outstanding degree programs offered here.” 

 

The State of Texas established Texas Woman’s University System in 2021 as its seventh university system, pushing its Dallas and Houston campuses to transform, grow and continue serving the state and its communities as the nation’s only system with a woman-focused mission. Among the system’s strategic priorities is installing leadership at both campuses. A search is currently underway for a Houston campus president.

 

 

 

About TWU Dallas

Texas Woman’s first established a presence in Dallas in 1954, when the nursing program was launched at Parkland Hospital. Today, the T. Boone Pickens Institute of Health Sciences – Dallas Center is a 190,000-square-foot facility that sits in the heart of the Southwestern Medical District. Since then, Texas Woman’s has become a notable contributor to the healthcare workforce, graduating an average of 2,000 nursing and allied health professionals each year.

 

The Dallas campus also is home to the renowned Stroke Center, which provides more than 5,000 hours of clinical, neuro-rehabilitation services annually at no cost to members of the community. In addition to an MBA and graduate level Healthcare Administration programs, the Dallas campus offers upper-level undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs in nursing, occupational therapy and physical therapy.

 

About Monica Christopher

Christopher is the inaugural president of Texas Woman’s Dallas campus. A seasoned fundraiser and community relations professional, she has served in key positions in both areas for the last 25 years, forging numerous successful private-public sector partnerships and amassing extensive experience in cultivating and stewarding major donors, grant making, program management, and public speaking. During her 15-year tenure at Dallas-based Communities Foundation of Texas, she rose to the level of senior vice president and chief giving and community impact officer, leading several teams in fundraising efforts that set new benchmarks in gifts and funds created. While at The Dallas Morning News/WFAA, she also held several positions over nearly 10 years in community relations aimed at building community engagement, raising brand awareness and coordinating charity events. Additional leadership roles for Christopher include involvement in the Dallas Regional Chamber, Dallas Summit, Junior League of Dallas, Cotton Bowl Athletic Association, and the Women’s Auxiliary at Children’s Medical Center, among other organizations.